From Biology to Theology: How viruses challenge our perception of good and evil with Christian Virologist Dr Mirjam Schilling

Sep 10, 2024

Dr. Mirjam Schilling, a postdoctoral virologist and DPhil student in Science and Religion at Oxford, navigates the compelling intersection of science and faith. She discusses the challenges viruses pose to our understanding of good and evil, urging listeners to reconsider suffering's place in creation. Mirjam explores how scientific insights can enrich theological perspectives, delves into the nature of moral versus natural suffering, and advocates for a nuanced understanding of humanity's connection to both science and spirituality.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Faith and Science: A Personal Journey

02:25 • 19min

Navigating the Intersection of Evolution and Christian Theology

21:52 • 2min

Exploring the Nature of Evil: Moral vs. Natural Suffering

24:21 • 2min

Viruses, Religion, and Human Connectivity

26:19 • 14min

Exploring Suffering Through a Virus-Centric Lens

39:51 • 2min

🎙️ Today we venture into the intersection of science and faith with Dr. Mirjam Schilling, a postdoctoral virologist and DPhil student in Science and Religion at the University of Oxford. With her unique background in virology and theology, Dr. Schilling grapples with profound questions about the nature of suffering, the existence of God, and how scientific insights can reshape our understanding of good, evil, and the very fabric of life itself. 🌿🧬 As both a scientist and a believer💡Dr. Schilling brings a fresh, nuanced perspective on how viruses—often seen as agents of chaos—can spark meaningful conversations around theodicy, human identity, and the age-old dilemma of why suffering exists. Through the lens of her research, she reveals how these tiny organisms challenge our perceptions of order in creation, while also illuminating credible and scientific reasons to believe in the Christian God in the midst of uncertainty. 🔍 Join us for Part 1 of this captivating conversation, where Mirjam's journey—studying the immune system’s battle with viruses and their theological significance—invites us to rethink some of life's biggest questions. If you’ve ever pondered how science and faith coexist, or why we experience suffering, this episode is for you! For Mirjam Schilling: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirjam-schilling-9bbb2b211/ https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5386-3609 https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mirjam-Schilling https://twitter.com/mirjamschilling • Subscribe to the Unapologetic podcast: https://pod.link/1622170986 • More podcasts, free ebook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • Watch Unapologetic YouTube playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2Ds_nyh5gM_0OQDM3me0ZjLcNg2345GX • For conference & live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • For our apologetics courses: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/training • Support us in the USA: http://www.premierinsight.org/unbelievableshow • Support us in the rest of the world: https://www.premierunbelievable.com/donate